A wonderful, moving song

[Moving Songs] A collection of touching Japanese pop classics that are easy to sing at karaoke.

DancerFukkun:)Tatsuki Fukuda
Primarily active in Tokyo, I have experience as a backup dancer for artists, a music video dancer, and a commercial dancer. I continue to work as a dancer while also engaging in article production. After discovering Michael Jackson in junior high school, I began dancing in my second year of high school. Since starting dance, in addition to the J-Pop and Japanese rock I had been listening to, I began exploring Western R&B, rap, alternative music, and other tracks commonly used for dance. In elementary school, I spent three years in a choir, and because I love singing, I often go to karaoke for fun. These days, I enjoy a wide range of music, from Japanese rock and rap to K-pop.

There are lots of songs that move you when you listen to them, right?

But when it comes to singing them yourself at karaoke, have you ever found the notes surprisingly high or the melody harder to pitch than you expected?

This time, I’ve gathered some comparatively easy-to-sing songs among the moving ones!

There are emotional songs for various situations—departures, farewells, expressions of gratitude—so I think you’ll find ones that resonate when you relate them to your own experiences.

I’d be happy if you discover a new favorite among the songs I’m introducing.

Let’s get started!

[Moving Songs] A collection of touching Japanese hits that are easy to sing at karaoke (11–20).

budKobukuro

Kobukuro – Tsubomi

Tsubomi Kobukuro

When it comes to Kobukuro’s signature songs, many people are likely to think of this moving ballad.

Released in March 2007, it was used as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Tokyo Tower: Mom and Me, and Sometimes Dad.” The lyrics, imbued with Kentaro Kobuchi’s feelings for his late mother, portray themes of familial love, loss, and renewal, resonating deeply with many listeners.

With its gentle melody and profound words, this piece is a song you’ll want to hear at life’s milestones or when expressing gratitude to someone important.

It’s also easy to sing at karaoke and stands as a quintessential inspirational ballad.

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Let's become a familyMasaharu Fukuyama

Let's Become a Family – Masaharu Fukuyama (Full)

Let's become a family - Masaharu Fukuyama

A heartwarming song filled with feelings for family.

Written and composed by Masaharu Fukuyama after the earthquake, it carries a message of deep love and bonds.

Set to the gentle tones of an acoustic guitar, it sings about the importance of living in close support of one another.

Released in August 2011, it was also used in a commercial for a wedding magazine.

Furthermore, it was performed at the 62nd NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen, leaving a lasting impression on many.

The key isn’t too high, making it especially easy for men to sing.

It’s a recommended song for couples considering marriage and for anyone who wants to deepen their bond with someone special.

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forget-me-notAwesome City Club

Awesome City Club / Wasurena (MUSIC VIDEO)

Wasurena Awesome City Club

It’s a song that weaves together deep love and bittersweet longing.

Set to Awesome City Club’s gentle melody, it tenderly sings of feelings for a former lover.

The beauty and fragility of love, along with the hope of meeting again, are portrayed, and the lyrics are memorable for how they resonate with the listener’s heart.

It’s included on the album “Grower,” released in February 2021, and also drew attention as an inspiration song for the film “We Made a Beautiful Bouquet.” It’s recommended for those who have experienced a parting with someone important or are in the mood to look back on a past romance.

It’s easy to sing for both men and women, and its catchy melody makes it accessible.

Wrapped in a gentle vocal tone, it’s a wonderful track that lets you bask in warm nostalgia.

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Letter ~Background: To You at Fifteen~Angela Aki

Angela Aki “Letter: To You, Fifteen” Music Video (HD)

Letter ~Background To You at Fifteen~ - Angela Aki

This is a song by Angela Aki in which her fifteen-year-old self and her adult self converse through letters.

Selected in 2008 as the required piece for the junior high division of NHK’s National School Music Competition, it has been featured in many settings.

The song portrays a profound dialogue between the fifteen-year-old self, burdened with worries and hardships, and the adult self who has overcome them.

It is a piano-based ballad, characterized by Angela Aki’s powerful vocals and expressive piano performance.

Also well-known as a choral piece, it’s easy to sing at karaoke and is a popular choice.

It is often performed at important life milestones such as graduations, weddings, and commemorative events, resonating with people across generations.

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Mikan HeartC&K

C&K – Mikan Heart

Mikan Heart C&K

It’s a moving ballad by C&K.

The lyrics, which depict the pain of heartbreak and parting, really resonate.

You can feel the emotions of a woman troubled by an unrequited love, making it a song that many listeners can relate to.

Released in November 2013, it reached No.

19 on the Oricon Singles Chart.

The music video features actor Haruma Miura and actress Naoko Watanabe, expressing the world of the song.

With its slow tempo and familiar melody, it seems easy to sing at karaoke.

It’s perfect for those who have experienced heartbreak or are currently struggling with love.

It’s also easy to sing at karaoke and allows you to pour your emotions into it.

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I became someone else's girlfriend.wacci

wacci “I Became Someone Else’s Girlfriend” Music Video

I became someone else's girlfriend. — wacci

This song by wacci is a warm piece that delicately portrays the feelings of a woman after a breakup.

Centered on themes of a new relationship and personal change, it expresses lingering attachment and inner conflict through a gentle melody.

Released digitally in August 2018, it gradually gained popularity through word of mouth and entered the charts around May 2019.

With over 50 million views on YouTube, it has become a song that resonates with many people.

It’s perfect for those who have experienced a breakup or are about to step into a new love.

The key isn’t too high, making it a moving karaoke song recommended for men.

Its heartfelt lyrics and warm melody are sure to gently embrace your heart.

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[Heartwarming Songs] A collection of moving Japanese hits that are easy to sing at karaoke. (21–30)

Thank youFUNKY MONKEY BABYS

FUNKY MONKEY BABYS “Thank You”

Thank you, FUNKY MONKEY BABYS

A song by the music group FUNKY MONKEY BABYS, who disbanded in 2013 to much regret, that powerfully expresses gratitude in straightforward words.

It’s a piece you can sing while picturing various scenes.

Sing it at a farewell gathering and it’s sure to move people.

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